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100
This French king, known as the "Sun King," reigned for over 70 years and famously said, "L'État, c'est moi."
(Bonus point for the name of his beautiful palace!)
Louis XIV in Château de Versailles!
100
This classic French headwear, often associated with artists and Parisians, makes you feel effortlessly chic (and maybe a little like a movie character).
Le béret!
100
Elected in 2017 and re-elected in 2022, this French leader represents the centrist political party La République En Marche! (now Renaissance).
(Bonus point for the name of his wife!)
Emmanuel et Brigitte Macron
100
This French painter, famous for his colorful depictions of water lilies and gardens, was a key figure in the Impressionist movement.
Claude Monet
100
This French word, often used to mean "there it is" or "here you go," is commonly used in English to indicate the completion or presentation of something.
Voilà
200
This French heroine led the army to victory during the Hundred Years' War before being burned at the stake in 1431.
Joan of Arc, Jeanne d'Arc
200
Founded in 1946, this luxury brand introduced the “New Look,” revolutionizing post-war women's fashion with cinched waists and voluminous skirts. What is the name of this fashion house?
Dior
200
This French general and statesman led the Free French Forces during World War II and later became the first President of the Fifth Republic in 1959.
(Bonus point for the name of the political regime he started)
Charles de Gaulle, first French President elected under the Fifth Republic
200
This epic story spans several decades, exploring themes of justice, redemption, and social inequality through the lives of characters like Jean Valjean and Javert.What is the name of this novel and who is the writer?
Les Misérables by Victor Hugo
200
This French exclamation is used to express surprise, admiration, or sometimes frustration, and is often heard in English as well to convey a similar sense of disbelief or astonishment.
Oh là là !
300
In the sixties, a series of student protests and worker strikes shook France, nearly toppling the government. What is this event commonly called?
Mai 68 (May 68)
300
Originally worn by French sailors in the 19th century, this blue-and-white striped shirt became a timeless fashion statement, thanks in part to Coco Chanel, as well as Jean-Paul Gaultier.
La marinière
300
This historic Parisian building serves as the official residence of the President of France and is the center of the executive branch of the French government.
Le palais de l'Elysée
300
This French poet, famous for Les Fleurs du mal (The Flowers of Evil), is considered one of the founders of Symbolism.
Charles Baudelaire
300
This French phrase, which translates to "that's life," is often used in English to express acceptance of a difficult or unavoidable situation.
"C'est la vie"
400
In August 24, 1572, thousands of French Protestants were massacred in this infamous event during the Wars of Religion. What is the name of this massacre?
La massacre de la Saint-Barthélémy, St. Bartholomew’s Day Massacre
400
Designed in the 1950s by a famous French fashion house, these pointed-toe heels with a signature red sole are instantly recognizable on any red carpet.
Christian Louboutin Heels
400
This French political principle, enshrined in the 1905 law, mandates the strict separation of church and state.
Laicity, la laïcité
400
This existentialist philosopher and writer, known for works like Nausea and Being and Nothingness, was a leading figure in French literature and philosophy in the 20th century.
Jean-Paul Sartre
400
This French phrase, meaning "blow of state," refers to the sudden and illegal overthrow of a government, typically by a small group or military force.
Coup d'état
500
This 19th-century French linguist and Egyptologist is credited with deciphering the Rosetta Stone in 1822, unlocking the secrets of ancient Egyptian hieroglyphs.
Jean-François Champollion
500
This revolutionary French couturier shocked the fashion world by introducing le smoking, the first tuxedo for women, in 1966.
Yves Saint Laurent
500
In late 2018, this protest movement, symbolized by high-visibility vests, took to the streets in opposition to fuel taxes and economic inequality.
The Yellow Vest Movement (Gilets Jaunes)
500
This avant-garde movement in the early 20th century, led by artists like Marcel Duchamp and Tristan Tzara, sought to reject logic and embrace chaos and irrationality in response to the horrors of World War I.
Dadaism, Mouvement Dada
500
This well-known French question, which translates to "Do you want to sleep with me?" became famous worldwide, especially after being used in a popular song.
Voulez-vous coucher avec moi?